Amakanata Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Amakanata Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,047 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 870 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00807 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Davis, Jeffrey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Amakanata Lake Dam?
Amakanata Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Amakanata Lake Dam?
Amakanata Lake Dam is owned by Davis, Jeffrey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amakanata Lake Dam built?
Amakanata Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Amakanata Lake Dam?
Amakanata Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amakanata Lake Dam?
Amakanata Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Amakanata Lake Dam last inspected?
Amakanata Lake Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.